Atty. James Matthew Rivers
Mr. James Matthew Rivers is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, workers compensation, criminal law and 1 other area of law.
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James Matthew Rivers is a Member based in Cheraw, South Carolina, practicing at J. Matthew Rivers. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, workers comp, ssd, and securities. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (1995). Educated at University of South Carolina School of Law (J.D., 1994) and Francis Marion University (B.S., 1992). Recognitions include CV Notable. Serands clients in Cheraw, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. James Matthew Rivers is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, workers compensation, criminal law and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.S. degree from Francis Marion University in 1992, and has been licensed for 31 years
- James practices at J. Matthew Rivers in Cheraw, SC
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James Matthew Rivers's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Matthew Rivers handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
James Matthew Rivers is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in South Carolina →
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
James Matthew Rivers is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Carolina →
SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.
James Matthew Rivers is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in South Carolina →
James Matthew Rivers is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in South Carolina →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in South Carolina
Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Cheraw are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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